Critiquing Stu doesn't mean we think he's a bust or needs to be moved. Its recognizing how he's playing somewhat meh at the moment. Yes having better line mates can help, but at the same time he needs to be the line driver. That expectation comes with being a 3rd overall pick and having some of his peers and similar types of players producing better. As I said before, if we are to have sustainable success and be competitive, he needs to be a part of that as the main offensive threat.
I also think Smith and Dorion is to blame here to a certain extent. Stuetzle is good at getting out of our own zone, but loses track of it. Having a a vet on his line like Giroux or another puck mover on the ice like Brannstrom can help take the pressure off him and allow him to focus on his positioning as well and not just constantly rely on his skill.
I want Stuetzle to succeed and show that he's worth the big $, but for all the hope, gotta keep the critique the same.